Senior Director, Enterprise Risk Management (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Director, Enterprise Risk Management (Fintech): Leading and evolving the enterprise risk management program to identify and manage risks across multiple business areas with an accent on risk governance, appetite, and taxonomy. Focus on maturing operational and third-party risk programs, enhancing risk analytics for executive leadership, and balancing risk discipline with innovation.

Location: Remote (Must be based in the US)

Salary: $253,000 - $355,000 per year

Company

Affirm is reinventing credit to provide honest and friendly buy-now-pay-later options without hidden fees or compounding interest.

What you will do

• Lead the evolution of the Enterprise Risk Management program to support scale and strategic priorities.
• Strengthen risk governance, including risk appetite and taxonomy across the organization.
• Oversee and mature core programs including Operational Risk, Third Party Risk Management, and Business Continuity.
• Develop risk analytics and reporting to identify emerging risks for executive leadership.
• Serve as a strategic advisor and credible challenger for new products and initiatives.
• Mentor and scale a high-performing team of risk professionals.

Requirements

• 12–15+ years of experience in financial services, fintech, or technology environments.
• Deep expertise leading risk, audit, or compliance functions.
• Proven track record of maturing enterprise risk frameworks in high-growth environments.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders across Product, Engineering, and Finance functions.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first culture with flexibility to work almost anywhere within the US.
• 100% subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
• Flexible spending wallets for technology, food, and lifestyle needs.
• Competitive vacation and holiday schedules.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).